The stepfather of Michael Brown has apologized for angry comments he made after the grand jury decided not to indict the police officer who killed his stepson, but said his remarks had nothing to do with the arson and looting that ravaged Ferguson and the surrounding area.

I’ve lived most of my life in very white places. My hometown, population 200 at the time, was totally white. One black family lived in our small school district in a neighboring town. I got to know a handful of black people in college, but not many,...

A defiant Takata Corp. told a U.S. safety agency that its demand for a nationwide air bag recall isn't supported by evidence, and the government doesn't have authority to tell a parts maker to do a recall.

The crush of obligatory gift-giving is upon us, when you want to do something thoughtful for the neighbor, the sister-in-law, the boss, but you have no idea what to give beyond the usual. Maybe this year, it can be more like a game, like a treasure...

Begin Your Career in NursingPratt Rehabilitation and ResidenceCenter has immediate,part and full time positionsavailable for compassionatecaregivers who are looking for acareer in healthcare.If you are hired, we will pay foryou to complete the CertifiedNurse Assistant trainingprogram.Work hours and shifts vary andcould include weekends. We payvery competitive wages for CNA,CMA and LPN, and offer anexcellent fringe benefits packageto our associates includingeducation reimbursement.Applicants must be friendly andcompassionate. Caregiverexperience is helpful, but notrequired.To apply for a caregiver positionat PRRC, please come to PRRCand ask for Connie or Richard, orcall (620) 672-3424 to schedulean interview. You may alsocomplete a job application onlineby visiting our website at:www.prmc.orgEqual Opportunity Employer

Looking for a way to giveback to your community?Arrowhead West hasopenings for full time andpart time Community LivingInstructor. Provide supportto people with disabilities intheir residential setting and help them livesatisfying independent lives. Must have H.S.diploma, driverÃ¢ÂÂ™s license, no criminal record. Thesalary range is $9.45 to $14.00 per hour, with anexcellent benefits package. Pick up an applicationat Arrowhead West, Inc. at 10315 Bluestem, Pratt,Ks., 501 W. Fowler, Medicine Lodge, Ks. or onlineat www.arrowheadwest.org.Call 620-933-2212 for moreinformation. E.O.E.

Farrar Corporation is a foundry, machine shop and pattern shop that produces highquality ductile iron castings. We pride ourselves in the quality of our castings andmachining and have the best employees in the industry.Our Norwich, KS location (a short 45 minutes west of Wichita; 25 minutes west ofWellington) is seeking to fill several Foundry Maintenance positions.Ã¢ÂÂ¢ Must be at least 18 years of age with a HS Diploma or GED equivalentÃ¢ÂÂ¢ Technical education and experience preferredÃ¢ÂÂ¢ Must have at least 2 years of general maintenance experienceÃ¢ÂÂ¢ Knowledge of machinery, equipment and electrical experienceÃ¢ÂÂ¢ Must have own set of toolsÃ¢ÂÂ¢ Good communication skills, ability to work well with others and safety mindedFarrar Corporation offers excellent benefits and pay. If interested, please email yourresume to Jenette Hanna, HR Manager at jenette.hanna@farrarusa.com. FarrarCorporation is an EOE.